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Maui tourism rebounds in November 2024, visitor spending surpasses pre-wildfire levels
Fifteen months after the Aug. 8, 2023 wildfires, there were 197,622 visitors to Maui in November 2024, according to preliminary statistics from the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism. This marks a 21.6% increase—or approximately 35,000 more visitors—compared to November 2023, though it remains about 15% below the visitor count recorded in November 2019, prior to the pandemic and wildfires.
Unemployment remains at 2.9% statewide; Maui unemployment at 3.6%
State unemployment has remained steady at 2.9% for the fifth consecutive month, which is below the national average of 4.1% for October 2024. In Maui County, the unemployment rate was 3.6% in October, down from the 4% rate in September, according to state data.
Sundance Institute wraps 2024 Mentorship Initiative with Native Hawaiian filmmakers
Advancing mentorship opportunities for emerging Native Hawaiian filmmakers currently living in Hawai‘i, the Sundance Institute’s 2024 Indigenous Program this month wrapped its short film-focused intensive earlier in Honolulu—the Sundance Indigenous Intensive x Hawai‘i.
Free creative industry courses offered through Good Jobs Hawai‘i include 3D rendering, esports and more
Four free courses are being offered to Hawai‘i residents through the University of Hawai‘i Community Colleges’ Good Jobs Hawai‘i initiative in collaboration with Hawai‘i State Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT)’s Creative Industries Division (CID).
Hirono hosts roundtable with US Trade Rep. and Hawaiʻi small business owners
US Sen. Mazie K. Hirono of Hawaiʻi and US Trade Representative Ambassador Katherine Tai held a roundtable discussion with Hawaiʻi resource partners and local business owners.
State opens public comment period on draft Hawaiʻi Digital Equity Plan
Digital equity objectives include the availability and affordability of both fixed and wireless broadband; the accessibility and inclusivity of online public resources and services; digital literacy; awareness and use of security and online privacy and cybersecurity; and the availability and affordability of consumer devices and technical support for those devices.
Survey: Hawaiʻi ranks high among visitors for safety, giving back
An overwhelming majority of visitors ranked Hawai‘i as a safe and secure destination and ideal for volunteering and giving back, according to the results of a survey conducted by the State of Hawai‘i Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism during the first quarter of 2023.
Made in Hawaiʻi branding workshop, March 29 at Hawaiʻi Convention Center
The Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism hosts its first-ever Made in Hawai‘i Branding Workshop at the Hawaiʻi Convention Center on Wednesday, March 29, 2023 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Survey: resident sentiment toward tourism recovering after prolonged downturn
Of those who disagreed that tourism has brought more benefits than problems, the opportunities for improvement include addressing issues such as overcrowding, environmental damage, and no respect for culture/tradition/‘āina.
Visitors to Maui down, but spending up in October and YTD
Visitor arrivals to Maui were down in October of 2022, compared to the same time in 2019, but visitor spending continues to trend upward.
Study Shows International Students Contributed Millions to Hawaiʻiʻs Economy
The state department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT) released a report on Thursday that analyzes the impact that international students have on Hawaii’s economy. DBEDT’s Research and Economic Analysis Division (READ) prepared the report, while the Business Development & Support Division (BDSD) led the state’s efforts for international student exchange. The report, or […]
